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El cuerpo adiposo de la boca (CAB) es un componente adiposo multilobulado bien delimitado, localizado de manera bilateral en la región facial íntimamente relacionado a estructuras nerviosas y vasculares. La remoción de CAB es un procedimiento ampliamente estudiado en el campo de la cirugía maxilofacial, utilizado principalmente para cubrir defectos. Su influencia en la estética facial ha iniciado una popularización de la remoción de la extensión bucal de CAB para obtener un rostro más estilizado, intervención difundida como poco invasiva y sin complicaciones. El objetivo de este estudio fue recopilar y evaluar estudios que reporten y evalúen complicaciones asociadas a la remoción por razones estéticas de CAB. Se revisó la evidencia en las bases de datos Medline vía PubMed, Epistemonikos, Scopus y Google Scholar, utilizando términos predefinidos, seleccionando estudios primarios de reportes de casos. Se incluyeron 7 artículos con un total de 10 pacientes; de estos, ocho pacientes se realizaron este procedimiento en Brasil, uno en Estados Unidos y uno en Chile. La distribución de la población fue de 3:7 entre hombres y mujeres con edad promedio de 35 años y un rango entre los 23 a los 49 años. En relación a las complicaciones reportadas, 100 % de los pacientes presentaron asimetría facial, un 80 % presentó edema facial, 30 % manifestaron sialocele, Trismus 20 %, 40 % presentó hematoma, 20 % compromiso del estado general, 20 % presentaron disfagia, en los casos de hipoestesia, parestesia, absceso, seroma, parálisis facial, odinofagia, fiebre se expresaron en 10 % de la población estudiada. En todos los estudios se describió una reintervención quirúrgica posterior a la remoción estética del cuerpo adiposo de bichat. La escasa literatura y la baja calidad de esta, no permite estimar el porcentaje real de posibles complicaciones, tampoco es posible determinar sus resultados a largo plazo ya que no existe en la evidencia un seguimiento apropiado para estos pacientes.
The buccal adipose body (BAB) is a well- defined multilobulated adipose component, located bilaterally in the facial region, closely related to nervous and vascular structures. BAB removal is a widely studied procedure in the field of maxillofacial surgery, used mainly to cover defects. Its influence on facial aesthetics has started to popularize the removal of the BAB buccal extension to obtain a more stylized face, an intervention widely known as minimally invasive and without complications. The objective of this study was to collect and evaluate studies that report and evaluate complications associated with the removal of BAB for cosmetic reasons. The evidence was reviewed in the Medline databases via PubMed, Epistemonikos, Scopus, and Google Scholar, using predefined terms, selecting primary studies from case reports. 7 articles with a total of 10 patients were included; Of these, eight patients underwent this procedure in Brazil, one in the United States, and one in Chile. The distribution of the population was 3:7 between men and women with an average age of 35 years and a range between 23 to 49 years. In relation to the reported complications, 100 % of the patients presented facial asymmetry, 80 % presented facial edema, 30 % manifested sialocele, trismus 20 %, 40 % presented hematoma, 20 % compromised general state, 20 % presented dysphagia, in the cases of hypoesthesia, paresthesia, abscess, seroma, facial paralysis, odynophagia, fever were expressed in 10 % of the studied population. All the studies described a surgical reintervention after cosmetic removal of the bichat adipose body. The scarce literature and its low quality do not allow estimating the real percentage of possible complications, nor is it possible to determine their long-term results since there is no evidence of appropriate follow-up for these patients.
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Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Middle Aged , Adipose Tissue/surgery , Oral Surgical Procedures/adverse effects , Cheek/surgery , Plastic Surgery Procedures/adverse effectsABSTRACT
Objective@#The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of changes in nasal tip protrusion on the sense of upper lip protrusion in different populations and to provide a reference for the improvement of soft tissue beauty.@*Methods @# Informed consent and portrait authorization were obtained from the model. A female model whose face met the criteria was selected, and a 3D model of her was obtained using a 3D stereo camera. Based on the original model, ZBRUSH2019 software was used to simulate changes in nose tip protrusion. Then, 9 segments of facial dynamic rotation videos were produced, and an electronic questionnaire was created through a questionnaire website to evaluate the effect of different nose tip protrusions on perceived upper lip protrusion. Randomly selected orthodontic patients, orthodontics professionals and general adults completed the electronic questionnaire. In the questionnaire, a Visual Analog Scale was used to evaluate the perceived degree of protrusion of the upper lip. The higher the score, the more prominent the upper lip of the model in the image. The questionnaire data were statistically analyzed using a generalized linear mixed model. @*Results @#As the nasal tip position became progressively more retracted, the subjects' upper lip protrusion scores increased. Among male subjects, the results showed that the general population thought that the upper lip protrusion was higher than the patients did when the nasal tip protrusion was +6 mm and +4.5 mm (P = 0.023, P = 0.047). When the nasal tip protrusion was +6 mm, the scores of the general population were higher than those of the orthodontics professionals (P = 0.023). However, when the nasal tip variable was -6 mm, their score was lower than that of the patients (P = 0.003), and there was no significant difference in other retest distances between groups (P>0.05).@*Conclusion @#When the protrusion of the nasal tip decreased, the three groups experienced a visual illusion of upper lip protrusion. When the nasal tip protrusion is too large, the general population perceived the visual illusion of the upper lip protrusion as being more obvious.
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RESUMEN La belleza se puede definir como una combinación de cualidades que dan placer a los sentidos o a la mente. En Ortodoncia, la mayoría de los pacientes acuden a consulta para mejorar su estética. Las características faciales y esqueléticas determinan el desarrollo del patrón facial, este puede ser descrito y cuantificado y es resultado del crecimiento. Dicho aspecto, ofrece, además, las bases para el diagnóstico correcto de la anomalía dentomaxilofacial y es un requisito para lograr una estética y una función adecuadas. Se realizó un estudio de los diferentes conceptos de estética y los análisis craneofaciales tomados en cuenta a lo largo de la historia de la Ortodoncia para definir tratamientos y diagnósticos en los pacientes. Si bien existen numerosos estudios que avalan la importancia de estos datos para llegar a la armonía facial, es evidente la ausencia de un acercamiento a la realidad cubana y su diversidad de razas.
ABSTRACT Beauty can be defined as a combination of qualities that give pleasure to the senses or to the mind. In Orthodontics, most patients come for consultation to improve their aesthetics. Facial and skeletal characteristics determine facial pattern development, which can be described and quantified and is the result of growth. It also provides the basis for the correct diagnosis of dentomaxillofacial anomalies and is a prerequisite for adequate function and aesthetics. A study of the different aesthetics concepts and the craniofacial analysis, throughout the history of Orthodontics, was made to define treatments and diagnoses in patients. Although there are numerous studies that endorse the importance of these data to achieve facial harmony, it is evident that there is no an approach to the Cuban reality and its racial diversity.
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Facial AsymmetryABSTRACT
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a kind of autologous blood product. It is a platelet concentrate extracted from autologous blood through centrifugation or apheresis process. It is generally believed that the platelet concentration in PRP should be 4-8 times of the platelet count in the whole blood. Platelets with high concentration can release a variety of growth factors and media after activation, which is conducive to tissue repair and regeneration. PRP has been used in regenerative medicine for more than 30 years, and has achieved good results. In recent years, it has also been widely used in facial aesthetics, involving acne, skin aging, hair loss, chloasma and other fields. In this review, we are not only emphasized the preparation and use of PRP, but also outlined the application progress of PRP in facial aesthetics.
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RESUMEN: Los defectos faciales de piel son frecuentemente secuelas producto de carcinomas basoceulares, carcinomas espinocelulares, melanomas, grandes tumores benignos o traumatismos de tejidos blandos. Las unidades y subunidades estéticas de la cara, la textura y color de la piel, junto a otros parámetros deben ser considerados durante la planificación de la reconstrucción mediante colgajos locales. El objetivo de este artículo de revisión bibliográfica fue describir y definir las técnicas más relevantes en los de colgajos locales aplicados en la reconstrucción facial y sus algoritmos actuales, en relación con la unidad o subunidad facial involucrada; sus consideraciones estéticas y cirugía complementaria. Las unidades y subunidades estéticas de la cara se dividen en regiones de la frente, párpados, mejillas, nariz, labios y mentón. Los colgajos de rotación, en isla, de avance y transposición son la base para la mayoría de los colgajos faciales; los más conocidos según la zona donante son: el colgajo frontal, colgajo de rotación y avance de mejilla; colgajo cérvico-facial, y colgajos nasolabiales, entre otros. La elección del colgajo depende de la zona y la unidad estética facial involucrada, siendo importante elegir y usar las líneas, los surcos y márgenes de estas unidades cuando sea posible con el fin de mejorar los resultados estéticos y reducir la posibilidad de secuelas. La cirugía complementaria y los procedimientos estéticos pueden lograr un buen camuflaje de algunas complicaciones estéticas o secuelas.
ABSTRACT: Skin face defects are frequently sequels of basal cell carcinomas, squamous cell carcinomas, melanomas, and large benign tumors or soft tissue trauma. Aesthetics units and subunits of the face, texture, color, and other parameters must be considered in the local flaps reconstructive planning. This review article aims to describe and define the most relevant techniques of facial local flaps in facial reconstruction and their current algorithms, regarding the unit or subunit, involve, their aesthetics considerations and complementary surgery. The aesthetics units and subunits of the face are divided into forehead, eyelids, cheek, nasal, lips, and chin. There are several well-known concepts and flaps used in these proceedings as rotation, island, advancement, and transposition flaps, and they are the basis for facial local flaps; The most relevant are: forehead flap, cheek advancement, and rotate flap; rhomboid, cervicofacial and bilobed flap, nasolabial flaps. The flap election depends on the zone and unit involve; it is important to choose the lines, sulcus, and borders of these units when is possible to enhance these aesthetics outcomes. These concerning improve the aesthetics outcomes and reduce the aesthetics sequels. Complementary surgery and aesthetics proceedings may accomplish a good camouflage of some aesthetics complications or sequels.
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the awareness and knowledge on the use of Botox injections in facial aesthetics among undergraduate dental students. Botulinum toxin is considered as a quick and effective non-surgical solution for enhancing physical appearance. Botox is considered as the best choice, as it is affordable and less radical than surgery. It is derived from gram-positive spore forming, clostridium botulinum. A questionnaire was developed to evaluate the awareness of dentists towards using botulinum toxins in facial aesthetics. The survey was conducted online via survey planet. There were about 103 study population, participated in this study. Data is collected using an online survey planet link and statistically analysed. 95.1% of participants reported that they have general knowledge on the Botox (95.1%). 66 % of respondents agreed that clostridium botulinum bacterium is the source of Botox. 24.51% of respondents stated that Botox was commonly used for wrinkle reduction and 96.1% were aware of the toxicity effect of Botox when it is administered in a high dosage. Association between response of the participants and knowledge on Botox was found to be statistically significant (p<0.05). According to our study, the majority of students showed an acceptable level of knowledge and awareness on Botox and its use in facial aesthetics
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Objective To measure the ratio of the length between upper edge of eyebrow and edge of lower eyelid(L1)/the length between edge of lower eyelid and nasal base(L2)in the fordless-eyelid and upper lid ptosis patients who received levator aponeurosis folding surgery. To analyze the change in the proportion of midfa-cial aesthetics. Methods From December 2015 to October 2016,a total of 21 patients were recruited as study group. Those patientswere diagnosed with foldless eyelid and upper lid ptosis. They received levator aponeurosis folding procedures were carried out in our departmentand the pre- and post-operative photographs were collected. Full-face pictures of 20 Chinese female movie stars were prepared as control group. The ratiosof L1/L2(J)were measured via Adobe Photoshop CS6. The statistical significance was analyzed and the change of midfacial propor-tion was evaluated. Results In study group,the mean value of pre- and post-operative L1/L2(J1)is 0.746 and (J2)0.657 postoperatively. In control group,the mean value of L1/L2(J3)is 0.667. Statistical differences showed between the pre- and post-operative samples and between pre-operative samples and control group. There was no statistical difference between post-operative and control group samples. The ratios between L1 and L2 in post-opera-tive samples are close to those in control group ,which are closer to the golden radio. Conclusions Levator aponeurosis folding can effectively lower eyebrow in patients with upper lid ptosis and shorten the length between eyebrow and lower eyelid. Therefore harvesting a more appropriate and harmonious ratio of L1/L2 according the golden section theory. The changes in the proportion of midfacial aesthetics after operation could be used as a key point in the pre-operative communication and post-operative effect evaluation ,besides the size of palpebral fissure and corneal exposure rate.
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Objective To measure the ratio of the length between upper edge of eyebrow and edge of lower eyelid(L1)/the length between edge of lower eyelid and nasal base(L2)in the fordless-eyelid and upper lid ptosis patients who received levator aponeurosis folding surgery. To analyze the change in the proportion of midfa-cial aesthetics. Methods From December 2015 to October 2016,a total of 21 patients were recruited as study group. Those patientswere diagnosed with foldless eyelid and upper lid ptosis. They received levator aponeurosis folding procedures were carried out in our departmentand the pre- and post-operative photographs were collected. Full-face pictures of 20 Chinese female movie stars were prepared as control group. The ratiosof L1/L2(J)were measured via Adobe Photoshop CS6. The statistical significance was analyzed and the change of midfacial propor-tion was evaluated. Results In study group,the mean value of pre- and post-operative L1/L2(J1)is 0.746 and (J2)0.657 postoperatively. In control group,the mean value of L1/L2(J3)is 0.667. Statistical differences showed between the pre- and post-operative samples and between pre-operative samples and control group. There was no statistical difference between post-operative and control group samples. The ratios between L1 and L2 in post-opera-tive samples are close to those in control group ,which are closer to the golden radio. Conclusions Levator aponeurosis folding can effectively lower eyebrow in patients with upper lid ptosis and shorten the length between eyebrow and lower eyelid. Therefore harvesting a more appropriate and harmonious ratio of L1/L2 according the golden section theory. The changes in the proportion of midfacial aesthetics after operation could be used as a key point in the pre-operative communication and post-operative effect evaluation ,besides the size of palpebral fissure and corneal exposure rate.
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Se realizó un estudio epidemiológico analítico, de casos y controles, para identificar los principales factores asociados al abandono del tratamiento ortodóncico en el Servicio de Ortodoncia de la Clínica Estomatológica Provincial Docente "Mártires del Moncada" de Santiago de Cuba, en el período comprendido desde septiembre de 2010 hasta julio de 2013. Para ello se crearon 2 grupos: el de los casos, integrado por 193 pacientes de uno u otro sexo, que habiendo iniciado el tratamiento ortodóncico en 2008 por presentar maloclusiones, lo abandonaron en 2010; y el de los controles, conformado por 193 que lo comenzaron también en 2008, pero lo finalizaron en 2010 o 2011. Entre las variables utilizadas figuraron: edad, sexo, escolaridad y consultas no asistidas. Se obtuvo un predominio de los varones (55,4 %), del abandono del tratamiento por los escolares (72,0 %), del menor nivel de escolaridad (88,6 %) y de la asistencia a menos de 6 consultas (54,9 %).
An analytic epidemiological, of cases and controls study, to identify the main factors associated to the orthodontics treatment cessation in the Orthodontics Service of "Martires del Moncada" Teaching Provincial Stomatological Clinic in Santiago de Cuba, was carried out from September, 2010 to July, 2013. Two groups were formed: the cases, integrated by 193 patients from both sexes that began the orthodontics treatment in 2008 due to malocclusions, and quit it in 2010; and the controls group, conformed by 193 that also began in 2008, but they concluded it in 2010 or 2011. Among the used variables there were: age, sex, school level and missed visits. A prevalence of males (55.4 %), school children treatment cessation (72.0 %), the lowest school level (88.6 %) and the attendance to less than 6 visits (54.9 %) was obtained.
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Patient Dropouts , Maxillofacial Abnormalities , Malocclusion , Orthodontics , Esthetics, DentalABSTRACT
Se describe el caso clínico de una paciente de 67 años de edad, asistida en la Clínica Estomatológica del Policlínico Docente "Camilo Torres Restrepo" de Santiago de Cuba, quien había portado, por más de 10 años, prótesis superior acrílica desajustada, y además refería haber disminuido de peso corporal por la presencia de importantes dificultades masticatorias y dolor ocasional en las articulaciones temporomandibulares; asimismo, la afectada mostraba inconformidad con su estética facial. Todo lo anterior había dañado su autoestima y, consecuentemente, le producía limitaciones sociales en los planos laboral y personal. La paciente fue rehabilitada con prótesis total superior acrílica y parcial inferior acrílica, con lo cual mejoraron su estética y la función masticatoria. Fue remitida a consulta de Fisioterapia para completar el tratamiento del trastorno articular.
The case report of a 67 years patient is described, attended in the Stomatological Clinic from "Camilo Torres Restrepo" Teaching Polyclinic in Santiago de Cuba who had wore maladjusted acrylic upper denture for more than 10 years, and besides she referred to have lost of body weight due to important masticatory difficulties and occasional pain in the temporomandibular joints; likewise, the patient showed disagreement with her facial aesthetics. All the above-mentioned facts had damaged her self-esteem and, consequently, she showed social limitations in the working and personal fields. The patient was rehabilitated with upper total acrylic and partial lower acrylic prosthesis, with which her aesthetics and the masticatory function improved. She was referred to the Physiotherapy department to complete the treatment of the joint dysfunction.
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Self Concept , Dental Prosthesis , Aged , Esthetics, DentalABSTRACT
Aesthetically pleasing and balanced face is one of the objectives of orthodontic treatment. An understanding of the soft tissues and their normal ranges enables a treatment plan to be formulated to normalize the facial traits for a given individual. The aim of this study was to evaluate the variables defining the soft tissue facial profile of Khammam population. The angular measurements typically used for aesthetic treatment goals and gender differences were tested. The sample consisted of 100 dental students (50 males and 50 females) aged 17 to 25 years from Mamata Dental College, Khammam. The soft tissue profile was studied by means of standardized photographs taken in thenatural head position (NHP). The differences between malesand females were analyzed by student's t-test. The results showed sexual differences in nose tip angle and mento labial angle. Among linear measurements facial heights, facial width, lip length showed sexual dimorphism. Males have greater facial heights, facial widths and lip length. Orthodontist must individualize treatment planning, using local norms as the reference rather than the established norms for white people.
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La estética y armonía facial se relacionan de forma directa con la percepción y autoestima de los individuos; muchas veces se generan deseos de cambios estéticos por medio de cirugías para obtener una valoración positiva de sí mismo. El objetivo de este estudio fue investigar la relación entre la percepción, autoestima y deseo de cambio estético; y puntos antropométricos, cefalométricos y maloclusiones de un grupo de mujeres. Se escogieron 29 mujeres chilenas, entre 20 y 25 años de edad, en las cuales se realizó una encuesta sobre la autoestima, autopercepción de normalidad facial, deseo de cambio estético y cambio de autoestima posterior a una cirugía, éstas se asociaron a través de un análisis de chi2, regresión logística de multivariado y ANOVA, con las distancias entre puntoantropométricos objetivos basados en estudios de Farkas y entre puntos cefalométricos basados en Epker y Fish; y entre ellas a través de un análisis. La normalidad facial se ve afectada principalmente por clases caninas derecha (p=0,02) e izquierda (p=0,015) y molares derecha (p=0,015) e izquierda (p=0,04); y además el apiñamiento dentario (p=0,012). Mientras el aumento en la distancia de exocantios (p=0,04), bases alares (p=0,03), proporción glabela subnasal y subnasal mentón (p=0,02) se asocian a una percepción de anormalidad. La autoestima puede variar de forma positiva posterior a un cambio estético, a través de cirugía o tratamiento de ortodoncia. Los parámetros dentomaxilares y craneofaciales son determinantes en la percepción de normalidad estética de estas mujeres, siendo los relacionados con nariz y altura facial los de mayor influencia en este estudio. Son necesarios futuros estudios para evaluar autoestima, autopercepción de normalidad facial y proporciones estéticas.
Aesthetics and facial harmony are directly related to self-esteem and perception individuals have of themselves. There is often a desire to make overall aesthetic changes through surgery in order to get a positive assessment of oneself. The aim of this study was to research the relationship between perception, self-esteem and desire for change; and points aesthetic anthropometric and cephalometric points, as well as malocclusions in a group of women. Twenty nine (29)Chilean women between 20 and 25 years of age were chosen, taking part in a survey on self-esteem, self-perception of facial normalcy, the desire for aesthetic change, and changes of self-esteem following surgery. These were subsequently associated through Chi2 analysis, logistic multi variant regression and ANOVA, with distances between objective anthropometric marks based on Farkas research, and between cephalometric points based in Epker and Fish study. Facial normalcy seems mainly affected by right canine class (p=0.02), and left (p=0.015); right molar class (p=0.015) and left (p=0.04), as well as dental crowding (p=0.012). While greater exocanthion distance (p=0.04), alar base (p=0.03), subnasal glabella and subnasal menton ratios (p=0.02), are related to a perception of abnormality. Self esteem perception can vary in positive ways following an aesthetic change through surgery or orthodontic treatment. Dental, maxillary and craniofacial parameters are determinants of the aesthetic normalcy perception of these women, with nose and facial height having the most influence in this study. Further research is necessary to evaluate self- esteem and self perception of facial normalcy, as well as aesthetic ratios.
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Humans , Female , Adult , Young Adult , Self Concept , Cephalometry , Esthetics , Face/anatomy & histology , Tooth/anatomy & histology , Beauty , Logistic Models , Pilot Projects , Anthropometry , Cross-Sectional Studies , Multivariate Analysis , Surveys and Questionnaires , Esthetics, Dental , Malocclusion/psychologyABSTRACT
As deformidades dentofaciais afetam aproximadamente 20% da população nos EUA, com variados graus de comprometimento funcional e estético. No Brasil, não existem dados tão específicos, mas sim estatísticas de maloclusões concentradas em determinadas regiões. Os pacientes com deformidades dentofaciais podem se beneficiar através do tratamento corretivo interdisciplinar. Porém, alguns profissionais que trabalham com a Ortodontia desprezam a deformidade dentofacial, focando o tratamento somente no alinhamento e nivelamento dentários, mesmo que para muitos pacientes, a(s) deformidade(s) da(s) arcada(s) possa(m) ser significativamente pior(es) do que a própria maloclusão. Esse assunto sobre deformidades dentofaciais será dividido em dois artigos: parte I tem por ideal ajudar o profissional da Ortodontia a mais facilmente identificar os pacientes com essas deformidades e melhor entender os possíveis métodos de tratamento, a fim de otimizar os resultados funcionais e estéticos de seus pacientes. O artigo parte II exemplifica e ilustra o tema através apresentação de 3 casos tratados através da Ortodontia e Ciurgia Ortognática.
Dental-facial deformities affect approximately 20% of the USA population, with varying degrees of functional and aesthetic compromise. In Brazil, there are no specific data but only some statistics by certain regions showing some varied levels of malocclusions. Patients with dentofacial deformities can often benefit from interdisciplinary corrective treatment. However, some professionals working with orthodontics overlook the facial deformity, focusing mainly on the dental alignment, even though for many patients, the jaw deformity may be significantly worse than the malocclusion they have. This issue about dentofacial deformities will be divided into two articles: part I has the aim of helping the orthodontist more easily identify patients with dentofacial deformities and better understand the possible methods of treatment to optimize their functional and aesthetic outcomes. The article part II exemplifies and illustrate the theme with 3 cases treated by orthodontics and orthognatic surgery.
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Esthetics, Dental , Maxillofacial AbnormalitiesABSTRACT
O ortodontista tem um papel importante na vida de seus pacientes portadores de deformidades dentofaciais, através da identificação dessas deformidades. Trabalhando com um cirurgião bucomaxilofacial treinado em cirurgia ortognática, será possível completar uma avaliação pormenorizada, propor um plano de tratamento adequado e realizar o tratamento ortodôntico e cirúrgico necessários. Para o bem estar do paciente, é muito importante que o cirurgião possua o conhecimento, a destreza e experiência para ofertar um resultado de alta qualidade. Através dessa conduta, os pacientes se beneficiarão de uma função e estética melhoradas, aumentando suas oportunidades no trabalho e na vida em geral. Alcançando resultados de alta qualidade, o ortodontista será favorecido pelo aumento na referência de pacientes. É evidente que resultados com qualidade darão ao ortodontista a sensação de dever cumprido e autossatisfação. Este segundo artigo tem por finalidade de ilustrar o que foi apresentado e discutido na parte I do artigo prévio, mostrando três casos de deformidades dentofaciais que necessitaram do tratamento ortodôntico associado à cirurgia ortognática. Fotos pré e pós tratamentos são mostradas para comparação.
The orthodontist can play a significant role in the lives of their patients with dentofacial deformities, by identifying the presence of the deformities. Working with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon trained in orthognathic surgery it will be possible to complete a comprehensive evaluation, propose na adequate treatment plan, and perform the necessary orthodontics and surgery. For the welfare of the patients, it is important that the surgeon possesses the knowledge, ability, and experience to provide high quality outcomes. With this approach, the patients benefit by having improved function and esthetics, thus enhancing their opportunities in the work place and in life. Achieving high quality results benefits the orthodontist, because patient satisfaction is high, patient referrals increase, and provides the orthodontist the feeling of accomplishment and self-satisfaction. This second paper of a series of two has the intention to exemplify what was presented and discussed on the previous one, showing three cases of dentofacial deformities that needed orthodontic treatment associated with orthognathic surgery. Pre- and post-operative photos are presented to illustrate the facial and occlussion outcomes.